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Site Map Enter Search Terms Give Manure Nutrient Management University of California Manure Nutrient Management Print X Facebook X (Twitter) Reddit Pinterest Tumblr LinkedIn Welcome University of California Cooperative Extension Farm Advisors and Specialists are committed to helping California dairy producers use their manure nutrients to grow great crops while at the same protecting water quality and complying with regulations. Here you will find the latest practical information and easy to use tools for nutrient management. While the basic concept of nutrient management is simple…apply just what the crop needs to grow without applying too much…in practice this is a challenging and complex task under our irrigated conditions. To be successful, all the parts of the dairy production and cropping system need to work seamlessly together. Before making major changes—especially those that cost a lot of money—make sure you’ve done your homework. This information on dairy design can help you avoid expensive mistakes. Designing Dairies for Nutrient Management Measuring liquid manure nutrients is critical to maintaining yields and complying with regulations. Here are resources to help you choose and use a measurement method that works for you. Measuring Liquid Manure Nutrients . Now that you have collected your liquid manure data, here are a variety of tools to help you calculate how much you have applied and help you make management decisions. Recordkeeping for Nutrient Management This tool makes it easy as possible to apply a specific amount of lagoon water nitrogen, especially if you have a flow meter and throttling valve. Application targeting spreadsheets for meters Check back often...we are adding new resources as we develop them! Be notified when there are software updates or meetings..."Like" us on facebook! UCCE Manure Nutrient Management on FaceBook http://www.facebook.com/pages/UCCE-Manure-Nutrient-Management/165680866813159 Home Designing Dairies for Nutrient Management Measuring Liquid Manure Nutrients Applying Target Rates of Lagoon Water Nitrogen Recordkeeping for Nutrient Management Nutrient Management Spreadsheets News Comments About This Site Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of California © 2024 Regents of the University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources Nondiscrimination Statement Accessibility Get PDF Reader Site Information | sbnum=7464 | pagenum=1652 Webmaster Email:...